Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $469 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $700
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (46/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 48.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $231. Poco X8 Pro Max was $231 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (46/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.